2027 1L / 2028 2L Summer Associate: New York

Baker McKenzie • New York, NY

1h • Onsite

About The Position

Baker McKenzie’s Summer Associate Program introduces law students to the practice of law and offers an opportunity to explore the Firm as a place to begin their careers. Summer Associates work on a wide range of practice assignments aligned with their interests and Firm needs, with substantive work comparable in caliber to that performed by the Firm’s lawyers. They also collaborate across offices on an annual pro bono project providing legal services to vulnerable populations.

The program supports professional development through the Firm’s Development Framework, regional trainings, mentorship, networking, and programming with fellow Summer Associates, Partners, and Associates. Summer Associates may travel to a designated U.S. office for a North America Summer Associate Meeting featuring skills-based and practice-based training and in-person networking. They may also be considered for the Client Scholars Program, which places Summer Associates in-house with a Firm client during the summer.

This New York position is part of the 2027 1L / 2028 2L Summer Associate Program. Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, and unofficial undergraduate transcript. Selected 1L candidates will be invited to interview on a rolling basis from November 2026 through March 2027.

Requirements

• Demonstrated academic achievement, sound judgment, and discipline.
• Intellectual curiosity and a genuine interest in learning.
• Openness to trying work across practices, receiving feedback, and exploring areas of potential fit.
• Strong analytical ability and practical problem-solving skills.
• Interest in developing AI fluency and innovation-minded client service.
• Curiosity about cross-border work and comfort building relationships across offices and diverse cultures.
• Interest in developing a long-term career at Baker McKenzie.
• Submit a resume, cover letter, and unofficial undergraduate transcript with the application.

Responsibilities

• Complete substantive legal practice assignments aligned with the Summer Associate’s interests and Firm needs.
• Collaborate across offices on the Firm’s annual pro bono project serving vulnerable populations.
• Participate in professional development, regional training, mentorship, and networking activities.
• Participate in the North America Summer Associate Meeting, including skills-based and practice-based training, if selected to attend.
• Potentially work in-house with a Firm client through the Client Scholars Program, if selected.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed